Senior Interventional Radiology Tech - Special Procedures

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Longview, TX, seeks a Special Procedures Radiology Technologist II responsible for advanced diagnostic and interventional imaging under physician direction, maintaining high-quality imaging and strict radiation safety.

The role includes staff education, workflow coordination, regulatory compliance, equipment maintenance, dosimetry tracking, ALARA enforcement, and participation in training of technologists or students, with emphasis on patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• 3-5 years in special procedures, interventional radiology, or ambulatory surgical settings preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs interventional and special procedures using fluoroscopy, radiography, and other imaging modalities according to physician orders and safety protocols.
• Verifies informed consent, prepares patients, explains procedures, and provides post-procedure instructions.
• Applies proper positioning and imaging techniques to obtain high-quality images.
• Assists physicians during procedures by supporting equipment operation and workflow.
• Maintains imaging equipment and ensures preventive maintenance and regulatory inspections are completed timely.
• Tracks dosimetry badges and PPE, including annual radiation apron checks.
• Educates staff on safe use of radiation devices and ALARA principles.
• Participates in regulatory surveys and maintains documentation for the special procedures area.
• Supports inventory control and supplies management for interventional kits.
• Performs hemostasis protocols and catheter removal per facility policies.
• Adheres to protocol for conscious sedation and monitors patients pre- and post-procedure.
• Assists with scheduling, workflow coordination, and training of technologists or students.
• Reviews completed exams for technical accuracy and communicates findings to radiologist and care team.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular attendance.

Skills

Special procedures proficiency

Imaging equipment operation

Radiation safety

Communication skills

Patient confidentiality

Tools

PACS

Electronic Health Records

Procedural documentation

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Longview, TX, seeks a Special Procedures Radiology Technologist II responsible for advanced diagnostic and interventional imaging under physician direction, maintaining high-quality imaging and strict radiation safety.

The role includes staff education, workflow coordination, regulatory compliance, equipment maintenance, dosimetry tracking, ALARA enforcement, and participation in training of technologists or students, with emphasis on patient care and teamwork.